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This Cheesy Broccoli Gratin recipe comes with an extra helping of cheddar and a creamy, savory roux that can make most any veggies taste out-of-this-world wonderful. What a great way to balance out a good main course! I think that a dish such as this is particularly good for the cooler months. It’s so warm and soothing, and it brings a great change to all the heavy meals we tend to eat during the holidays.

A single large baking dish works just fine to bake this, but if you want to get a bit fancy, you can divide portions into individual ramekins for baking, once you are finished with the prep cooking steps on the stove. That pinch of nutmeg makes this side dish a great choice for fall or holiday baking, and if you would like to mix up the flavors a bit, you could always substitute cauliflower for the broccoli.

Recipe and photo courtesy of 12 Tomatoes

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Quick tip: I love to serve this with chicken!

This French Onion Soup Stuffed Meatloaf recipe is about as far from boring as you can get, for a ground beef-based main course! It’s basically meatloaf au gratin and a rich onion soup rolled into one really hearty recipe – filling enough for a big family meal but gourmet enough to serve for company.

If you and your family think that meatloaf generally equals “blah” or “boring,” you’ll be in for a pleasant surprise if you give this recipe a try. It’s loaded with cheese and savory flavor and manages to be gourmet and hearty comfort food at the same time. With carefully chosen side dishes you can turn this into a festive meal – and your guest will think you have secretly hired a chef!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cupcakes & Kale Chips

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Quick Tip: Use ground turkey in place of ground beef for a healthier version if you prefer.

These Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells make for a rather filling and well balanced meal, and you can make them well under an hour and on a budget–for roughly $9.25 for six servings. That makes it perfect for those rather strained and hectic weeknights.

I enjoy my chicken and pasta dishes, but I am an especially big fan of both when I am on a bit of a tight budget or pressed for time. They combine nicely with cheese and a good helping of veggies in this simple but hearty casserole. 

Recipe and photo courtesy of Po’ Man Meals

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This Butternut Squash & Creamed Spinach Casserole has the rich and filling flavor that make it perfectly suited for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners, but give it a try, and you may find yourself making it for regular meals.  This recipe makes 8-10 servings, meaning you’ll have plenty of yummy leftovers if you cook it for a family meal.

Casseroles are usually not too difficult to put together, and they can be very satisfying and filling. The trick is having a variety of recipes at your disposal, so you don’t wind up making the same one or two all the time.  If you don’t really care for cheese, this recipe probably isn’t for you, but if you do, this butternut squash and creamed spinach casserole is a good option for breaking out of that food rut–and makes a great part of any Thanksgiving or Christmas meal.

Recipe courtesy of 12 Tomatoes

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Quick tip: Use a 9×13-inch pan for this recipe.